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Boston Post

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1871

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2

Calm After the Storm in the Senate as Trumbull and Sherman Reconcile

In Washington on December 19 the Senate shifted from acrimony to harmony. Sherman apologized to Trumbull after a clash over a committee to investigate frauds, and both expressed mutual respect. Sumner proposed a one term presidency aimed at Grant, while the Retraining Committee faced a daunting workload before the next election. Reports also covered constitutional amendments, Spain relations, and tax and salary measures.

Senate Sherman Trumbull Conkling Morton Republican Party Grant Sumner Committee On New York Maine Georgia Justice

Defalcation cases and legal tender notes in court

The United States treasurer denies reports of Tuttle’s retirement amid the Marden Johnson defalcation. Indictments are returned for Marden and Johnson for embezzling $12000 and $10 respectively. Shobmier faces three indictments for forging endorsements on Beatty Company pay certificates. Garrett seeks compensation for a barn burned in 1865 to force Booth and Harold’s capture. Supreme Court Chief Justice says legal tender opinions will be read after recess.

Salt Lake City George Alfred Townsend American News Company United States Court Townsend Marden-Johnson United States Spinner Tuttle F. A. Marden Seth Johnson Michael Shobmier Beatty Company Tennessee Lewin Senate Richard H. Garrett Carolina County Virginia Col. Baker John Wilkes Booth D.C. Harold Booth Harold Garrett Supreme Court of the United States Chicago Jersey City Hoboken Newark Trenton Kentucky Democratic Legislative Caucus C. McCreery Garrett Davis United States Senate Auburn N. Y Seward

Labor commission bill sparks varied House views on wages and hours

Lawmakers from Pennsylvania New York Indiana Virginia and Ohio debate a proposed commission to investigate wages hours and labor practices. Critics charge the measure enacts partisan control and risks federal overreach while supporters seek relief for workers and calls to study taxation tariffs and public lands.

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Government civil service rules adopted by the Civil Service Commission

The rules cover eligibility citizenship evidence testing English language skills and health and character standards. They set a graded admission system with promotion by competitive exams and list a head of department board of examiners to oversee admissions and promotions. Provisions include probationary six month terms for key appointments and exceptions for certain high officials and foreign consular postings.

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Orleans Princes Take Seats in French Assembly

Paris December 19 Duke d Aumale and Prince de Joinville sat in the National Assembly's Right center no sensation. A bill proposes releasing Communist prisoners without rank. The Eclipse Expedition reports spectrum of the corona proves matter beyond the sun s atmosphere.

Paris Duke d’Aumale Prince de Joinville National Assembly French Academy

Anarchy in Mexico as Diaz forces advance

Reports from Havana and Mexico describe ongoing chaos with Lerdo supporters in San Luis and Guanajuato, Diaz loyalists marching on Orizaba, and clashes between Generals Alatorre Rocha and the government. New Orleans notes Diaz sympathizers active in Tamaulipas after San Carlos falls without opposition.

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Prince of Wales Improves as Windsor to Host Holidays

The Prince of Wales shows satisfactory progress toward recovery. The Queen will remain at Windsor for the holidays, while the Duke of Edinburgh returns to Sandringham. A Berlin memo on the Northwest boundary was presented to the German Emperor after Britain's arbitration.

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General Sickles Marries in Quiet Madrid Ceremony

Gen. Sickles wed Miss Laura Sickles in a private ceremony in Madrid after a sudden summons to Washington. The guest list included American officials and European diplomats. the bride, Carolina Guerrera, a noted Andalusian beauty, acted as bridesmaid. The wedding aimed to showcase Spain’s refined hospitality to its guests.

Sickles Madrid J. P. Hale United States Hotel de Russia Carera de San Geronimo Calle Isabel la Catolica Calle del Espiritu Santo Quemadura de la Cruz Plaza Mayor Calle de la Inquisicion Calle de Maria Christina Isabella Catolica Inquisition Spain Gen. Sickles Hermosura Carolina Martinez Guerrara Martinez Guerrera Senor Jose Creeagh Laura Sickles Senorita Carolina DE Creeagh Guerrera Washington Cuba Cubs Duke de la Torre Vicende del Cerro Senor de Blas Yauch Schmidt O'Donnell Senor Perez Blanco Edward Belknap Col. Olaneta Baroness de Canitz Madame Bouillie Daniel E. Sickles Carolina Martinez Guerrera de Creeagh America Mrs Sickles Miss Sickles Duchess de la Torre Mia Knapp Madame Olanda

Resignation of Canadian Minister and Aquatic Challenge

In Toronto on December 19 the Attorney General announced the ministry’s resignations were given to the Lieutenant-Governor and accepted. ministers to serve until successors named. Ottawa welcomed Alexis with a warm address, and St. John reported Robert Fulton challenging George Brown to a single scull race on July 1 for 1900 to 1500 dollars.

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Criticisms Fly as Pro and Anti Administration Clash

New York dispatch notes the Times and Tribune blasting the administration, pledging that opposition will not blow over. Reports claim heavy tax payers will be overhauled, Park Commissioners’ six million spendings under scrutiny, and Callender arrested on bribe charges.

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Bowen Attacks Gov Scott in Impeachment Debate

In Ohio allies and state officers face an impeachment push sparked by Bowen who vows to indict all corrupt officials. Gov Scott reportedly confessed to 22 million in fraudulent bonds and plans to delay the vote after Christmas or seek court action. Rumor says resignation may occur within 24 hours.

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